Mission:

The Sturgis Library, a historic public library in the village of Barnstable is dedicated to preserving and promoting Cape Cod history while providing services to meet the needs of a contemporary community. The Library:

Supports the lifelong pursuit of personal, vocational, cultural and intellectual self-improvement
Fosters literacy and creativity in residents of all ages
Promotes the free exchange of ideas and serves as a community meeting place
Offers a gateway to technological resources and informational databases
Serves as a regional archive and research center for the study of Barnstable County history, genealogy and maritime culture.